North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
Director of Executive Communications
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Greensboro, NC
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Full-Time
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TBD
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Communications
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March 31st, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is hiring a Director of Executive Communications. The role directs and manages the Chancellor’s executive communications portfolio, providing strategic counsel, preparing executive messaging, overseeing public and digital presence, and coordinating media engagement in collaboration with University Relations.
Highlights
- Lead the Chancellor’s comprehensive executive communications efforts including written, digital, and media-facing communications.
- Provide strategic counsel and prepare messaging for senior executive leadership.
- Oversee the Chancellor’s public and digital presence.
- Coordinate media engagement working closely with University Relations.
- Requires a bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, English, or related field.
- Minimum seven years of professional experience in executive communications, speechwriting, media relations, or strategic communications.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills essential.
- Preferred master's degree and experience in higher education or complex organizations.
- Experience managing executive social media presence and media interactions preferred.
- Permanent, full-time exempt position within the Chancellor’s Office; salary commensurate with education and experience.
Director of Executive Communications Full Description
Director of Executive Communications
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more:
Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more:
- Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
- Community Service Leave
- Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
- NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
- Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Campus Recreation Center Discount
- University Bookstore Discount
Posting Details
Classification Information
Classification Type | EHRA
Position Overview
Primary Purpose of Position | The primary purpose of this position is to direct and manage the Chancellor’s comprehensive executive communications portfolio, including written, digital, and media-facing communications. The Director provides strategic counsel, prepares executive messaging, oversees the Chancellor’s public and digital presence, and coordinates media engagement in partnership with University Relations.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit | North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is an 1890 land-grant doctoral research university dedicated to learning, discovery, and community engagement. The University provides a wide range of educational opportunities from bachelor’s to doctoral degrees in both traditional and online environments. With an emphasis on preeminence in STEM and a commitment to excellence in all its educational, research, and outreach programs, North Carolina A&T fosters a climate of economic competitiveness that prepares students for the global society.
The primary purpose of the Chancellor’s Office is to support the Chancellor’s leadership of North Carolina A&T in fulfillment of its mission to redefine the public research university for the 21st century as a collaborative and responsive institution making a difference in the lives of students and the communities it serves. The Chancellor serves as the university’s Chief Executive Officer, with more than 17,000 students, and 2,500 plus faculty and staff. The Chancellor is the spokesperson providing leadership at local, state, national, and international levels.
Minimum Requirements | Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, English, or a related field from an accredited institution.
Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in executive communications, speechwriting, media relations, or strategic communications.
Demonstrated experience directly supporting senior executive leadership in a complex organization.
Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex institutional issues into clear and compelling messaging.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Master’s degree in a related field preferred. Experience in higher education, government, or similarly complex institutions strongly desired.
Demonstrated political acumen, discretion, and executive-level judgment.
Experience serving as a principal speechwriter for a president, chancellor, CEO, or comparable executive.
Experience managing executive social media presence and media engagement.
Required License or Certification
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. | On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)
Primary Function of Organizational Unit | North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is an 1890 land-grant doctoral research university dedicated to learning, discovery, and community engagement. The University provides a wide range of educational opportunities from bachelor’s to doctoral degrees in both traditional and online environments. With an emphasis on preeminence in STEM and a commitment to excellence in all its educational, research, and outreach programs, North Carolina A&T fosters a climate of economic competitiveness that prepares students for the global society.
The primary purpose of the Chancellor’s Office is to support the Chancellor’s leadership of North Carolina A&T in fulfillment of its mission to redefine the public research university for the 21st century as a collaborative and responsive institution making a difference in the lives of students and the communities it serves. The Chancellor serves as the university’s Chief Executive Officer, with more than 17,000 students, and 2,500 plus faculty and staff. The Chancellor is the spokesperson providing leadership at local, state, national, and international levels.
Minimum Requirements | Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, English, or a related field from an accredited institution.
Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in executive communications, speechwriting, media relations, or strategic communications.
Demonstrated experience directly supporting senior executive leadership in a complex organization.
Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex institutional issues into clear and compelling messaging.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Master’s degree in a related field preferred. Experience in higher education, government, or similarly complex institutions strongly desired.
Demonstrated political acumen, discretion, and executive-level judgment.
Experience serving as a principal speechwriter for a president, chancellor, CEO, or comparable executive.
Experience managing executive social media presence and media engagement.
Required License or Certification
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. | On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)
Position Information
Working Title | Director of Executive Communications
Position Number | 007817
Recruitment Salary Range | Commensurate with education and experience
FLSA | Exempt
Appointment Type | Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track | No
FTE |
If Time Limited, Appointment Length |
Organizational Division | Chancellor
Organizational Location | Chancellor
Organizational Unit | Chancellor
Position Number | 007817
Recruitment Salary Range | Commensurate with education and experience
FLSA | Exempt
Appointment Type | Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track | No
FTE |
If Time Limited, Appointment Length |
Organizational Division | Chancellor
Organizational Location | Chancellor
Organizational Unit | Chancellor
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | EPA3028
Open Date | 03/30/2026
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search | 04/13/2026
Date Position Available | 03/30/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant | You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more:
Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount
Quick Link | https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/40007
Open Date | 03/30/2026
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search | 04/13/2026
Date Position Available | 03/30/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant | You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more:
Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount
Quick Link | https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/40007
Supplemental Questions
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- * Please indicate where you learned of this position:
- North Carolina A&T State University website
- University of North Carolina System website
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- InsideHigherEd.com
- Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
- Indeed.com
- Other
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(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
- Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214)
- Bachelor's Degree - Copy of transcripts
- Master's Degree - Copy of transcripts
- Other Degree - Copy of transcripts
- Terminal Degree - Copy of transcripts
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